DID YOU KNOW that the world's tallest people (Dinka tribe of South Sudan) are living directly across the border from the world's shortest people (Pygmy tribe of Central African Republic?) I find this to be one of the most fascinating things in all of mankind! I have been lucky enough to visit both groups of people over the last few months, and I wanted to share with you how fascinating it is that they are literally neighbors! In many situations around the world, whenever you hop over a border, y

Baka women, members of the Pygmy people of Central Africa, are actively involved in fishing, one of their main sources of food. They use traditional methods such as twig traps, woven baskets, and temporary dams made of leaves and mud in forest streams. Fishing is done collectively and is often accompanied by singing and laughter, strengthening group cooperation. Furthermore, the women teach girls these techniques from a young age, passing on their knowledge of rivers, seasons, and fish habits. #